Whitefish Lodge & Manhattan Beach Lodge Reviews

I do not know where to begin. From the moment we met Crystal and made the decision to go with Whitefish to weeks after our wedding, Crystal and staff were absolutely amazing! Communucation, accomodations, suggestions, advice and just navigating the wedding process was such an easy process with Crystal and her staff. We used a lot of her recommendations for vendors and thry did not disappoint. We had so many compliments on every aspect of our wedding. The little touches that Crystal adds really makes your wedding feel like its one of a kind. We were so appreciative of all the details she added for our special day.

The packages that are offered far beat out so many other vendors. Crystal truly understands the importance of this being the bride and grooms day and makes it 100% about them and their needs!

We had our grooms dinner, ceremony and reception all at Whitefish Lodge. Everyone was so accomodating with changes or helping us figure things out. We were able to start decorating earlier than expected which allowed us more time to relax! Being able to have the reception area for the entire weekend, gave us time to be with our family and friends and not having to worry about cleaning up right away. It was great being able to just enjoy our weekend! We are looking forward to spending anniversaries at the Lodge.

If you are looking for a truly special experience with 5 star service, then look no further;Whitefish lodge and Crystal have you covered!!!

Thank you so much Crystal and all the staff at the lodge for making our wedding better than we imagined!

The DeChenes
10-5-2024

We got married at Manhattan Beach on 9/7 and it was absolutely perfect. Our dream wedding venue was one right on the lake and Manhattan made it even better with the ability to get married right on the dock and to have our dinner outside on the patio with a beautiful view of the lake and a perfect sunset. Crystal was so helpful during the planning process, meeting with us in person, over zoom, and on the phone since we are from out of state. Her and her incredible staff also made sure the day of went off without a hitch. They're the best!

We can't say how amazing Crystal and her team are. From the day we walked in to tour the lodge and met Crystal, within 10 minutes we knew this is where we wanted our wedding. From the planning, to our week long stay at Manhattan Beach Lodge, everything was absolutely amazing! We loved the fact that it's closed to the public exclusively for our wedding and guests. The food was delicious, all our guests were very impressed, the hotel staff was very kind and helpful, our room was great with the deck and Lakeview, and comfortable sleeping. The bar staff is phenomenal, Amy was our main bartender and she is simply amazing! Everyone was exceptional! We can't wait to come back, we absolutely love it here!
Thank you so much to Crystal and her awesome team for making our day amazing!
**will be posting more photos soon!

We had the best wedding we could have ever hoped for at the Whitefish Lodge. We wanted a place for all of our guests to stay and enjoy the night without having to leave afterwards and the Whitefish Lodge was the perfect location for that. We had a beautiful outdoor wedding ceremony and reception indoors where there is also a huge bridal suite for the bridal party. The wedding coordinator, Crystal, and all of her staff were extremely wonderful. They were easy to work with, so flexible, experienced, offered whatever we needed, helpful and so incredibly kind. They really made us feel right at home. Crystal will be there from beginning to end with whatever the bride and groom needed. They even had a full list of quality recommended vendors to choose from so wedding planning was a breeze. We also had our rehearsal dinner at Manhattan Beach Lodge. It was outdoors and right next to the lake. Our guests were so excited to be there because it is such a beautiful venue. We would definitely recommend having your wedding here as we had the best time of our lives.

Whitefish Lodge and Manhattan Beach Lodge are amazing venues for a wedding. Crystal made the whole experience so easy and enjoyable. We had our rehearsal at Manhattan’s and ceremony and reception at Whitefish. Crystal was always available to communicate with and gave the best suggestions. She knows what she’s doing and that really made our wedding unforgettable. The customer service at both venues was great, all employees were helpful and kind. Our wedding was so affordable and we didn’t cut any corners. Our guests are still talking about the venue and how much fun they had. You won’t regret it for your wedding!

We got married at Manhattan Beach Lodge in May of 2023. I could not have asked for a better wedding. We LOVED the venue, and so did our guests. It is extremely nice having the ceremony, dinner, and reception all at the same spot - and you can’t beat the beautiful view of the lake! Our day was smooth and well planned, all thanks to Crystal! Crystal is amazing at what she does and I would not have wanted to work with anyone else. She’s extremely accommodating, kind, fun, creative, and experienced! She truly wants the bride and groom to have the most amazing day. Crystal made the wedding planning process a breeze and answered all of our emails/questions in a timely manner. I can’t recommend Manhattan Beach Lodge enough!

If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. The venue, the staff, literally everything went so smoothly. Crystal, Kendra, and so many others went above and beyond every step of the way. I would choose them over and over again. So accommodating. Affordable. Beautiful. Treated our guests respectfully.
I didn’t need to hire extra help Wedding Planning because they made it so easy!
They truly helped us have the wedding of our dreams. THANK YOU SO MUCH❤️

We had both our wedding ceremony and our reception at Whitefish Lodge. The lodge was absolutely stunning and beautifully decorated for the holiday season. All of our guests complemented the lodge and the service the Whitefish Staff provided! Our guests children loved the pool and the arcade! The Event Manager, Crystal, was so knowledgeable and responded to every questions/request that I had. There are so many beautiful areas indoors and outdoors for photographs! All the Whitefish Staff helped provide a wonderful weekend for us and we cannot wait to go back and celebrate many wedding anniversaries here!

We were married on May 15th 2021 at Manhatten Beach and our reception was at Whitefish Lodge and suites. We got countless compliments on our food and the venues. It was a perfect day that was only made better by the attentiveness of Crystal, she made sure everything was in place and where it needed to be I had zero worries and nee everything would be exactly what we wanted. Best wedding day ever!!

LOVED this venue and would highly recommend. Crystal was amazing to work with. She was very quick to respond to my questions, very organized, and on top of everything for us. We had a lot of family and friends come up Friday for our rehearsal dinner and hangout. It was awesome to have the whole place to ourselves for the weekend. We received so many compliments about how great the food was, how clean the venue was, and how beautiful the whole property is. We chose the highest package which included centerpieces and loved them. The venue staff sets everything up that is in your package, and also takes it down. I loved being able to enjoy our entire reception and clean up my additional decor the next morning. The space itself is gorgeous and I only added minimal decor in addition to my package. I am so happy we chose Whitefish for our wedding and would highly recommend it!

Whitefish Lodge and Suites could not have been a more of a perfect place for my husband and I to get married. The venue itself is encompassed in this beautiful lodge with an outdoor theme throughout the entire place. The ceremony and reception itself are all located in the same area. All of my guests could not stop complimenting on how beautiful the lodge looked. Our experience with Whitefish lodge was great. Crystal was awesome to work with. She ensured we had a flawless day and we did not have to worry about any of the small details our day had involved. It was a great feeling knowing Crystal was going to take care of us. Even though we had an ice storm/snowstorm that day our guests were still taken care of. Our wedding day was magical and would not change it for the world. Overall, we would recommend them to anyone wanting a wedding with a touch of the outdoors. I HIGHLY recommend Whitefish Lodge and Suites for your dream wedding.

Working with Crystal Glaser throughout our wedding planning was flawless and wonderful and so much fun! She was incredibly responsive and accommodating, we never waited longer than a day to get a response back on something or even if she needed to get back to us, she would respond to let us know she was working on it, she was always keeping us in the loop. We didn't have to worry about anything, she never skipped a beat on any of the details. She made it stress-free, you knew she had it all handled. The flexibility she has to make just about anything happen is amazing, she set up an impromptu ceremony for us (that we had planned the day before) in less than 12 hours, there isn't anything that throws her off, she will do whatever she can to be able to accommodate what you need to make it your perfect day! We had our wedding at Manhattan Beach Lodge, the food is fantastic and the setting there is perfect and so beautiful right on the lake! We would absolutely recommend working with Crystal, we had an incredible experience and were so happy with everything! We would not have changed a thing!

Whitefish Lodge & Suites was a wonderful wedding experience! Crystal was there throughout the entire engagement to answer any questions, and was especially helpful the weekend of! The Whitefish team was so professional and wonderful during the ceremony and reception and everything went off without a hitch! The ceremony space was GORGEOUS and was everything we ever wanted! One thing that was tricky was getting ready at the venue, just because I opted to bring in a hair and makeup team, be sure to be prepared with floor length mirrors!! 😊Everything else was TOP NOTCH!

Beautiful area and location, Crystal is always ready to help and very quick to email you back about any questions you have, she goes above and beyond. One of my easiest vendors to deal with! Everything ran smoothly on our wedding day thanks to Crystal. (Even when there were a few issues with lost bridesmaids!) The food is also wonderful and plenty of choices.

We just had our November 2nd 2024 wedding at Whitefish Lodge, the day was absolutely perfect! Crystal is amazing to work with and made the entire wedding planning process so smooth from start to finish. We received so many compliments from our wedding guests about our venue, they thought it was absolutely beautiful and we received many compliments on the friendliness of the staff at Whitefish as well. We couldn't be more thankful that we chose Whitefish Lodge as our wedding venue, it is truly a beautiful venue for a wedding, we look forward to returning to the lodge to visit over the years.

Manhattan Beach Lodge was a perfect venue choice. It was so nice to have the entire lodge rented our friends and family. Crystal really has it down to a science! We have received SO many compliments on the food, staff and venue.

Our wedding at Manhattan Beach Lodge was truly enchanting, thanks in large part to Crystal, our exceptional coordinator. Against the backdrop of a stunning sunset at the venue, every moment felt magical. Crystal's meticulous attention to detail and unwavering support made our day stress-free and unforgettable. We're beyond grateful for her expertise and the incredible team at Manhattan Beach!

We had the most enchanting New Year's Eve Engagement celebration at this remarkable wedding venue. I cannot speak highly enough about the outstanding service provided by Crystal and the entire team. The candlelit dinner in the Fireplace Dining room followed by the bistro light ambiance in the Garden Room created a magical atmosphere that set the stage for an unforgettable evening.
The culinary experience, by Chef Casey, surpassed all expectations; the filets were cooked to perfection, and the lobster sauce paired with the risotto was nothing short of amazing. The timing of every element of the evening was flawless, with everything unfolding right on cue.
The staff at the venue were an absolute pleasure to work with. Their talent and attention to detail were evident in every aspect of the event. A special shout out to Crystal, the Director of Sales and Marketing, whose phenomenal expertise and dedication ensured that every nuance was remembered and attended to. From the initial planning stages to the execution of the event, Crystal and her team orchestrated a glorious experience. I felt incredibly taken care of and completely confident in their abilities throughout.
The historic lodge provided such a charming and exclusive stay, and the view and sunset from the honeymoon suite was breathtaking. The staff's meticulous coordination efforts were evident in every detail, ensuring that our special moment, marked by a champagne toast, was seamlessly executed.
In summary, Manhattan Beach Lodge, coupled with the expertise of Crystal, Casey, Cass, and the entire staff, contributed to an evening that exceeded our expectations. The level of service, attention to detail, and overall execution were nothing short of exceptional. It was truly a night to remember, thanks to the dedication and professionalism of everyone involved!!!!

We couldn’t have picked a more perfect place to start our forever. Working with Crystal was so easy, and as a bride, it made me feel so at ease knowing my day was going to be run smoothly. The day of, and even the few days before-hand during setup, the staff was so accommodating; going out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. For those wanting a perfect up north wedding, I highly recommend the Whitefish Lodge.

Between the employees, the location, and the food this venue was everything we dreamed of we were absolutely thrilled with the service we received.

Oh my gosh, the absolute best experience and everything was PERFECT!
Everyone says something always goes wrong on your big day and thanks to Crystal and her staff-it was all so, so perfect down to every last detail. I can’t recommend Whitefish/Manhattan enough.
I had people months after tell me it was the best time and best wedding food that they’ve had!
Thanks again to the staff 🤍

We had a June Wedding at Manhattan Beach and it was amazing. The view was stunning, the location was perfect, it was truly more than we even pictured or expected. After the ceremony we had a reception at their other location Whitefish. Everything flowed smooth and went off without a hitch. The staff was amazing and the food was out of this world. Normally wedding food is just so so, understandably when you are serving 200 people at the same time. All of our guests loved the food. They kept raving about the flavors and were surprised how fast it was served. Most importantly, everyone was impressed that everything came out hot, it wasn’t like it was sitting waiting to be served. The night was absolutely amazing, everyone had a great time. It was so nice to have the Lodge to ourselves so people could use the grounds, the pool, the game room, just everything felt like being at a big cabin with your family for the weekend. It was also great that everyone could stay and no one had to worry about driving after the wedding. Throughout out whole experience Crystal was THE ABSOLUTE BEST to work with. We had some crazy ideas and her answers were ALWAYS “let’s do it” “of course” “yes!” We would ask her random questions and within minutes we would have an answer. We had other friends getting married at the same time of year and they did not have the same experience with their wedding planners. Every time I would hear stories about wedding planning, and the obstacles they encountered, I was so happy that we had Crystal! Truly a blessing! She made the entire process so stress free and easy! She really knows what she is doing!

Whitefish Lodge offered and delivered on everything we wanted for our wedding! Their wedding package was extremely flexible and customizable, even up to the day of the wedding, and Crystal was especially great to work with. She answered our multitudes of questions and requests from start to finish, and showed incredible professionalism and efficiency. They offer a very competitive and reasonable price, especially for the quality of services provided.

The venue itself is reserved for the whole weekend, and we were able to arrive and start decorating immediately on Friday. Being able to have early access to the venue allowed us breathing room and preparation time, which was a huge bonus. We could choose whether we had the wedding indoors or outdoors on the day of, which alleviated any stress that could be caused by weather. The tables for the dinner and the chairs for the ceremony are set up by the venue staff as well, so there was not a lot that needed to be done for decoration, aside from setting up minimal decorations and flowers. Further, Whitefish has a great Rehearsal Dinner option, and the venue was very flexible with providing food for all dietary restrictions.

The only, very minimal, concerns we had the day of were that the main stairs between the floors were a little difficult for our more elderly guests to walk on, and one of them did accidentally slip down the stairs. No one was seriously hurt though, and ultimately there is an elevator between all floors, which was very convenient. We would encourage elderly guests to book lower floor rooms or use the elevator. Additionally, the bridal suite’s lighting was a little harsh for hair and makeup, though that could be resolved with bringing in your own lights as well.

We really wanted a centralized venue that guests could stay at, as half of our guests traveled from out of state, and we wanted them to be able to enjoy the experience fully and easily. Since the guests were able to stay at the lodge, we got significantly more time to spend with everyone, and all our guests expressed gratitude toward that convenience. Guests were able to enjoy the outdoors, the pool, the arcade area, the dance floor, etc. All guests had somewhere where they could go and be comfortable, which can be difficult to find at a wedding venue. Further, if guests wanted or needed to go outside the venue to explore, Whitefish Lodge is right by the Town Square, within walkable distance. We were also able to easily add guest entertainment such as a DJ, a slideshow, a photo booth, a dessert table, a late night snack table, places for games, etc. The venue also has a large selection for drinks, alcoholic or non alcoholic. By the end of the night, our guests had gone through the majority of the selections! Further, our guests raved at the late night snacks and s’mores bar, which many say made the wedding one of the best weddings they attended! We closed down the dance floor at 1:00 am, and it was a wonderful night!

In conclusion, as many know, wedding planning can be very stressful, and the venue is honestly half the battle, but Whitefish made planning and the wedding itself feel very easygoing, and we knew we could trust the venue from the first meeting we had with Crystal. We highly recommend Whitefish Lodge and Suites as a venue, as they have so much to offer, and are truly a gem in the Lakes Area!

Crystal is amazing at what she does! Very organized and knows what she is doing which made us feel comfortable and confident in having the Whitefish Lodge and Manhattan Beach Lodge for our ceremony and reception. Manhattan Beach was a beautiful ceremony location and we were luckily able to have wonderful weather! We even took off in our pontoon right after the ceremony for a fun “get away”! Whitefish Lodge was such a fun up north feel for our reception, elegantly rustic fit us perfectly! All the staff, at both locations, were so amazing at making not only my husband and I but all of our guests feel so welcomed and treated with so much happiness. Truly made our experience exceptional! I would recommend this venue to everyone!